Ethan McKenzie Powell

Ethan McKenzie Powell was born to parents Donnie and Lara on February 13, 1996, in Shreveport, Louisiana. His brother Nolan Yates Powell joined the family in 1999. Ethan grew up in the Powell family that loved sports, the outdoors, and all things concerning Louisiana State University.

The family moved to Kingwood, Texas, when Ethan was in fourth grade, where Ethan joined a group of friends that would stick together into adulthood and remains strong today. As a scholar athlete at Kingwood High School, Ethan was a key contributor on the Mustangs’ football squad as a starting cornerback and backup quarterback. Ethan graduated from Kingwood high school in 2014.

Ethan fulfilled a lifelong ambition, enrolling at Louisiana State University. There, he enjoyed the brotherhood of the Phi Gamma Delta (Fiji) Fraternity. Ethan rarely missed an LSU football game, made many friends, and cherished every bit of campus life. Ethan graduated with a degree in Petroleum Engineering in 2019. Geaux Tigers!

Following his college graduation, Ethan returned to Texas where he was employed by LJA Engineering, first in Midland and most recently in Houston. Ethan was a hard worker with a persevering attitude.

Ethan most enjoyed time with his large group of longtime friends and gathering with his family that meant so much to him. Ethan will be remembered for being a man of quiet calm and was fiercely loyal to the people and groups that meant so much to him.

Ethan McKenzie Powell passed away unexpectedly on September 28, 2023. He is survived by the beloved members of his immediate and extended families, as well as his numerous friends. His absence leaves a void that is comforted by the rich and joyful years he lived, bringing happiness and laughter to those near and dear to him. The memories of time with Ethan will be a special treasure to all who were fortunate to have known him, loved him, and called him “friend.”

There will be a visitation on Thursday, October 5, 2023 from 5-7 pm at Kingwood Funeral Home and a Celebration of Life Service will be held for Ethan on Friday, October 6, 2023 at 10 am at Second Baptist Church, 22770 US 59N, Kingwood, TX 77339.

In lieu of flowers, Ethan’s family requests that donations be made in his honor to Second Loves Kids (second.org) or Peace of Mind Outreach (www.peaceofmindoutreach.com)